Save Festive, fun, and delightfully sweet, these no-bake Rudolph Candy Cane Sleds are a whimsical holiday treat perfect for kids parties or edible gifts.
Kids can help with assembly adult supervision recommended for melted chocolate
Ingredients
- Candy Base: 16 mini candy canes 8 mini chocolate bars (e.g. Kit Kat Milky Way or similar)
- Decorations: 16 small candy eyes 8 mini pretzels (twisted shape for antlers) 8 red chocolate candies (such as M&Ms for Rudolphs nose) 1/2 cup white chocolate chips or candy melts (for glue)
Instructions
- Line Tray:
- Line a tray with parchment paper for assembly.
- Melt Chocolate:
- Melt the white chocolate chips or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments stirring until smooth.
- Arrange Candy Canes:
- Arrange two mini candy canes parallel to each other curved sides facing outward to form the sleds runners.
- Place Chocolate Bar:
- Place a mini chocolate bar across the candy cane runners adhering with melted white chocolate. Hold for a few seconds until set.
- Attach Pretzels:
- While the sled base sets dip the bottom of two mini pretzels in melted chocolate and attach to the top of the chocolate bar as antlers.
- Attach Face:
- Attach two candy eyes and a red chocolate candy (nose) to the front of the bar using melted chocolate to form Rudolphs face.
- Set Sleds:
- Allow the sleds to set completely at room temperature or refrigerate briefly until the chocolate hardens.
- Serve:
- Carefully transfer finished sleds to a serving platter or gift bags.
Save These sleds always bring smiles to family and friends during our holiday gatherings.
Required Tools
Microwave-safe bowl parchment paper small spatula or spoon
Allergen Information
Contains milk wheat soy and may contain nuts depending on candy selection. Check all packaging for potential allergens if serving to those with sensitivities.
Nutritional Information
Calories 180 Total Fat 7 g Carbohydrates 29 g Protein 2 g per sled
Save These Rudolph Candy Cane Sleds are sure to be a memorable treat this holiday season.
Cooking Questions & Answers
- → How do I assemble the candy cane sleds?
Melt white chocolate to use as glue, then place two mini candy canes parallel as runners. Stick a mini chocolate bar across them and add pretzel antlers, candy eyes, and a red chocolate nose while the chocolate is still soft.
- → Can I use different chocolates for the sled base?
Yes, you can substitute the mini chocolate bars with dark or milk chocolate to suit your taste preferences.
- → What is the best way to melt the white chocolate chips?
Heat the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring regularly until smooth and fully melted.
- → Are these sleds suitable for kids to make?
Absolutely, they’re easy and fun to assemble, but adult supervision is recommended when handling melted chocolate.
- → How should I store the assembled candy cane sleds?
Store them at room temperature or refrigerate briefly until the chocolate hardens and sets completely to keep their shape intact.